Israel - Unemployment Rate 1985
6.69%
+0.80pp from 1984
Israel's unemployment rate was 6.69% in 1985, increased +0.80pp from 5.89% in 1984. This was the 25th highest globally.
Global Ranking - 1985▾
| Rank | Country | Value | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Hungary | 0.04% | -65.0% |
| 2nd | Iceland | 0.91% | -27.8% |
| 3rd | Switzerland | 0.98% | -13.7% |
| 4th | Luxembourg | 1.67% | -4.6% |
| 5th | Indonesia | 2.22% | 37.0% |
| 6th | Norway | 2.59% | -17.8% |
| 7th | Japan | 2.63% | -3.1% |
| 8th | Hong Kong SAR, China | 3.18% | -17.9% |
| 9th | Cyprus | 3.30% | 0.0% |
| 10th | Austria | 3.60% | -5.3% |
| 11th | Pakistan | 3.65% | -2.7% |
| 12th | Sweden | 3.85% | -9.0% |
| 13th | New Zealand | 3.92% | -45.4% |
| 14th | Romania | 4.00% | - |
| 15th | Korea | 4.03% | 4.5% |
| 16th | Mexico | 4.40% | -21.4% |
| 17th | Singapore | 4.57% | -25.6% |
| 18th | Peru | 4.59% | -48.4% |
| 19th | Paraguay | 5.10% | -30.1% |
| 20th | Albania | 5.85% | 32.7% |
| 21st | Jordan | 5.98% | 11.5% |
| 22nd | Finland | 6.05% | 2.0% |
| 23rd | Argentina | 6.25% | 25.0% |
| 24th | Denmark | 6.62% | -16.5% |
| 25th | Israel | 6.69% | 13.6% |
| 26th | Honduras | 6.82% | 7.4% |
| 27th | Costa Rica | 6.85% | 27.7% |
| 28th | Malaysia | 6.89% | - |
| 29th | Türkiye | 6.95% | -6.2% |
| 30th | United States | 7.19% | -4.2% |
| 31st | Netherlands | 7.33% | -9.4% |
| 32nd | Greece | 7.80% | -3.7% |
| 33rd | Germany | 8.12% | 0.8% |
| 34th | Italy | 8.17% | 4.3% |
| 35th | Australia | 8.26% | -7.9% |
| 36th | Portugal | 8.67% | -17.4% |
| 37th | France | 8.70% | 2.9% |
| 38th | Colombia | 8.74% | -2.7% |
| 39th | Belgium | 10.12% | -6.5% |
| 40th | Canada | 10.51% | -7.6% |
| 41st | Philippines | 11.06% | - |
| 42nd | United Kingdom | 11.38% | -3.2% |
| 43rd | Malta | 12.20% | -2.4% |
| 44th | Nicaragua | 12.50% | 4.2% |
| 45th | Uruguay | 13.10% | -6.4% |
| 46th | São Tomé and Principe | 13.62% | 0.0% |
| 47th | Panama | 14.42% | 18.0% |
| 48th | Chile | 14.98% | -14.5% |
| 49th | Mauritius | 15.31% | -13.1% |
| 50th | South Africa | 15.45% | 12.6% |
| 51st | Algeria | 16.90% | 2.2% |
| 52nd | Ireland | 17.70% | - |
| 53rd | Barbados | 18.63% | 9.4% |
| 54th | Sudan | 19.92% | -3.6% |
| 55th | Spain | 21.31% | 6.9% |
| 56th | Puerto Rico (US) | 21.80% | 5.3% |
| 57th | Cabo Verde | 23.37% | 1.7% |
| 58th | Jamaica | 25.01% | -2.0% |
FAQ
What was Israel's unemployment rate in 1985?▾
Israel's unemployment rate in 1985 was 6.69%. This ranked 25th globally.
How did Israel's unemployment rate change in 1985?▾
Israel's unemployment rate increased by 13.6% in 1985 compared to 1984.
Which country had the highest unemployment rate in 1985?▾
Jamaica had the highest unemployment rate in 1985 at 25.01%.
What is the unemployment rate of Israel in 1985?▾
The unemployment rate of Israel in 1985 was 6.69%. This ranked 25th globally.
How does 1985 compare to 1984 for Israel's unemployment rate?▾
Israel's unemployment rate went from 5.89% in 1984 to 6.69% in 1985, a 13.6% increase.
HistorySaid - pattern alert
Israel matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 1985. Historically: 768 occurrences, 546 successful (71%). Outcome 24 months later: 7.1%. View full analysis →
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